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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1954

Page

2

Logan office moves to fourth city in Comanche county

The Comanche county Logan Forerner club opens a ground floor office in the City National bank building north section fronting Fourth. Mrs. Almarie Hardy manages the office where campaign material and organization information are available. Phone 8546. The former headquarters was on the third floor of the Security Bank building.

Comanche County Logan Forerner Club City National Bank Logan Almarie Hardy Security Bank

France May Seek U S Help Over Indo China War

The United States and Britain drafted men to Korea while France limits conscription to peacetime. After Dien Bien Phu France needs manpower and may seek U S support. If forces are sent, conscripts would likely be included and Congress would weigh approval amid fragile government politics.

United States Indo-China Britain Korea France Dien Bien Phu U. S French National Defense Committee Lauiel

Red Cross Chapter to Elect Officers at June Meeting

Comanche county Red Cross chapter to hold annual meeting on June 9 with Col. Ret. E C Williams presiding after a noon board luncheon. Elections will determine officers for the coming year.

Comanche County Red Cross E. C. Williams

Dopey Doctrines and Self Critique in Plain Talk

Four old adages caution against fault finding against others while ignoring self. The piece lists four maxims about minimizing effort while seeking maximum gain, highlighting vanity and slander as common faults.

Gary Promises Tax Free Education Push and Industrial Growth

Oklahoma candidate Gary pledges no tax increases to improve education while promoting a broad industrial plan. He wagers on highway modernization without bonds and plans a state industrial committee to remove barriers. He notes welfare reforms and warns against unfunded promises of large monthly checks for the needy.

Gary Oklahoma Jack Cuthbert C. C. Wilcutt Dr. Mason Clinton J. L. Craig Oklahoma City Bob Getty Bartlesville Ralph Duroy Forest Monahan Elk City Paul Harkey Idabel Matt Standifer Clayton Dr. Love Frederick

Burt Wortendyke Dies In Portland

Burt Wortendyke aged 56 dies in Portland Oregon after recent surgery and illness He was a brother of the late Mrs Sim Sheppard of this city and had often visited Lawton Local friends have been advised of his death and the Portland address 5647 S E Morrison remains indicate he had been a frequent visitor to Lawton

Burt Wortendyke S. E. Morrison Portland Oreg Sim Sheppard Lawton

General Hart Receives Farewell at Fort Sill Parade

Gen. Hart bids farewell to 2,500 troops at Fort Sill Polo Field in a Pass in Review ending with nine airplanes and 12 helicopters. He praises the unit and urges pride in their uniforms and weapons before heading to West Point and Germany for new commands.

Polo Field Fort Sill Charles E. Hart Fifth Corps Germany Goodby Hart Brittingham Artillery School Army Aviation School Ralph McT. Pennell Academy U. S. Military Academy West Point Susie Sally L. M. Howell Tith Field Artillery Group 522Nd Infantry Polo Club

Hospital News Roundup Admits, Births and Dismissals

The item lists numerous admissions for surgery and medical care across multiple towns including Altus Marlow and Cache. It notes births in the Southwestern and Kiowa regions with times and weights, plus several patients dismissed or under treatment at various addresses and clinics.

Katherine Girt Clifford Dossey Jackie Kelley Howard Kelley Altus Dale McElwee Thomas McElwee Williams Sharon Methvin B. H. Methvin William Norwood Marlow Pamela Recknagel John Recknagel Mary Young Mas Thomas Young Taft Bob Roundtree Cache Linda Karen Carpenter Raymond Carpenter Mary Holt Walters Merle Kellett S. Ninth Clifford Robertson James Conway Lee Southwestern

Burglars Thwarted At Charlie's Burger Bar

Lawton police responding to a disturbance call found burglars had cut a rear door hole and fled after entering Charlie's Burger Bar at 1014 Lee. Owner Charlie Barrett reported no losses. Officers Davis and Young secured the scene and noted a jailled lock from inside.

Charlie's Burger Bar Lee Lawton R. A. Davis Eulis Young Charlie Barrett Northlith Davis

Graduation closes era at Lawton high amid thanks and pledges

The Lawton high school commencement honored the class of graduates with remarks on loyalty and leadership. Senior speakers emphasized service and honor, praising teachers, parents, and sponsors. Music by the combined chorus, girls glee club, and band accompanied the ceremony.

Merica Lawton High School Een Jerry Car Rome America Peggy Elledge Barbara Turner Ee Hoskins Board of Education James Matthews George Walters Williams Wilhouskey John Shoemaker Hugh Bish

McDonald to Speak on Soil Conservation at Sterling

Leon J. McDonald will discuss Soil Conservation at the Sterling Friendship Theater on Thursday June 3 at 8 p m. Public is invited.

Oklahoma City Livestock and Poultry Prices Report

Markets report Cattle 200, calves 50 with no testable trades. Hogs 100 with most sold to packers at 25.50. Sheep 100 with few good springers 21.00-22.00. State Poultry prices list No 1 eggs and various broiler quotes nationwide with many Oklahoma locations cited. Butterfat and egg prices show regional variability across Oklahoma towns.

Oklahoma City USDA State Department of Agriculture Theat Wition Hennessey Kingfisher Blackwell Clinton Enid Fairview Medford Hobart Vici Alva el Reno Lawton Frederick Guymon Hooker Broilers Watonga Laverne Vinita Durant Pauls Valley McAlester Tulsa Ardmore Chandler Chickasha Enid Shawnee Elk City Muskogee

Quill Pens Endured in Common Use into 19th Century

The article discusses how Quill pens remained a staple writing instrument well into the 1800s, despite evolving technologies. It notes continued adoption among scholars and practitioners, with widespread use evident in offices, schools, and personal correspondence.

Unclear Car Crash Involving Rogers and McDaniels Near Pleasan ton

In a rural incident at Pleasan ton a half ton truck was stopped after weaving erratically. Driver admits drinking. Rogers and McDaniels, at a cabin, say they planned to go to Kansas City. Rogers recalls little after midnight and denies driving over his wife. Both held in Mound City jail. sheriff to question them further.

Pleasanton Gray Kansas City Rogers McDaniels Mound City Smitheran

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